Content Tagged 'protest'

Hundreds gather in Eugene to protest Monsanto, GMO's
About 500 people gathered at the Wayne Morse Free Speech Plaza Saturday. Protesters say genetically modified foods are harmful for our health, and that the corporation Monsanto is at the heart of the issue.
Eugene parents, kids and teachers protest against Head Start cuts
A protest was held in Eugene Friday hoping to convince Federal lawmakers to stop major budget cuts for one of the country’s largest early childhood education and daycare programs.
SLEEPS and Occupy Eugene protests file suit against Federal Government
Local attorneys for the recent SLEEPS homelessness protest and Occupy Eugene has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Government.
SLEEPS protest group returns to downtown plaza, one arrested
A day after announcing constitutional victories over Lane County, a Eugene homeless advocacy group called SLEEPS is fighting the county once again over free speech claims which has now led to one arrest. Video Video
Occupy Eugene hosts statewide assembly, downtown parade
A rally and march through the heart of Eugene on Saturday from hundreds of Occupy movement protestors from Eugene and throughout Oregon as Eugene played host to a statewide Occupy assembly. Video Video
Springfield protesters rally against U.S. Postal Service closures
Over a hundred people came out to protest post office closures today at a rally held in front of the Gateway Mail Center in Springfield. Video Video
UPDATE: Oregon Legislature passes bill to calm, quell funeral protests
In an effort aimed at protestors, Oregon's state lawmakers have passed a bill to crackdown on unruly behavior near funerals. Video Video
Occupy Eugene continues park clean up while planning its next steps
Occupy Eugene continues to clear out the camp site at Washington Jefferson Park as the group is now discussing its future steps as a protest. Video Video
New fence circles Occupy Eugene camp as protestors continue move out
Big changes continue at the site of Occupy Eugene as the city has now completely fenced off the camp and is limiting access inside. Video Video
Eugene TV production staff strikes, protests Pac-12 television network
A labor protest at the Matthew Knight Arena Saturday was one of many against the Pac-12's newly founded television network. Video Video
Occupy Eugene pushes for extension at Washington Jefferson Park
Occupy Eugene is speaking out about the progress it says its made in the community, as it hopes to get an extension to the no camping exemption in Washington Jefferson Park. Video Video
Occupy protests shut down Portland terminals
Occupy Portland activists blocked entrances into the Port of Portland's terminals along Marine Drive Monday, in their part of a West Coast protest.
Occupy Eugene reacts as eviction notice served to Occupy Portland protestors
With an eviction notice served to Occupy Portland protestors on Thursday, Occupy Eugene members are speaking out, with many determined to avoid the problems that have arisen in Portland.
Occupy Eugene sets up for long haul in Washington Jefferson Park
Occupy Eugene protestors have settled in what they hope is a more permanent spot to occupy in Eugene. Video Video
Occupy Eugene protestors march for Egypt
Occupy Eugene protestors made their voices heard Saturday, standing in solidarity with one of the earliest global occupations this year. Video Video
EPD investigates weapon allegations at Occupy Eugene, releases 911 call
Eugene Police are continuing to investigate allegations of weapons being made and collected at Occupy Eugene’s camp after an anonymous call to police. Video Video
Climate activists protest Eugene Safeway & Bank of America over oil sands
Dozens of climate activists took their message of energy awareness straight to the front door of a couple of big box Eugene businesses Sunday, protesting against the business’ alleged support of certain energy policies. Video Video
“Occupy Eugene” encampment established
On Sunday, dozens of protesters pitched tents and settled in for what they say will be a long-term encampment in Eugene’s Park Blocks Video Video
Police, shoppers & Occupiers react to Black Friday protest
Tension, mixed reactions and one arrest after Occupy Eugene protestors took their message straight to Eugene’s Black Friday shoppers, rallying against mass-consumerism and corporate greed.
Bank Transfer Day brings major protests & big deposit moving in Eugene
Making their voices heard across Lane County, several Eugene-area residents protest and pull money from big banks as part of nationwide protests on “Bank Transfer Day.” Video Video
Occupy Eugene responds to alleged drug overdose incident
Occupy Eugene protestors are speaking out regarding an alleged drug overdose inside of the camp on Saturday evening. Video Video
“Occupy Eugene” plans another rally
The members say they will return Thursday afternoon to the scene of last week's “Occupy Eugene” rally, outside a Bank of America branch. Video Video
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